Information guide on the aluminum recycling process

The purpose of this guide is to provide assistance in understanding, comparing or expanding information on the aluminum recycling process. It also provides resources for consulting both national and international sources.

The guide “Aluminum Recycling for Journalists” was launched by the Association for the Recycling of Aluminum Products (Arpal) and the Association of Environmental Information Journalists (Apia). This 48-page interactive tool contains information on the history of aluminum, its importance in the circular economy and the fact that more than 75% of the aluminum produced more than a century ago is still being used thanks to recycling. It also explains that 100% of aluminum can be recycled indefinitely without losing its properties.

This guide is very useful because it can be accessed easily and conveniently, with a simple and quick reading. In addition, it can be downloaded to any electronic device such as computers, smartphones or tablets. In a context where fake news is common, this guide will facilitate the understanding and verification of information on aluminum recycling, including national and international sources.

This document covers several topics related to aluminum, such as the difference between primary and recycled aluminum, the process of recycling this material to give it a new use, information on recycling in Spain and Europe and the benefits of recycling it. The history of the yellow container and its rapid evolution in a short period of time is also mentioned.

In addition, the most important events in the history of aluminum are visited and the current state of the aluminum industry is analyzed. Recent campaigns to promote recycling and the laws that regulate this area are also discussed.

In addition to providing a list of terms related to aluminum recycling to clarify any doubts, the guide also has an entertaining anecdotal section that makes the journalist’s work more enjoyable. It also provides the best web resources to expand the information and become a good ally in reporting on this topic.

This guide has been created by a team of professionals from Apia with the collaboration of Arpal. After thorough research, a reliable and essential document has been created for any journalist who needs to report on the recycling of this material.

The circular economy has led the recycling industry, including recycled aluminum, to focus on sustainability and job creation through innovation. This industry has evolved to become a vital element of the circular economy, promoting sustainable development by reusing and recycling the planet’s non-renewable resources.